NIC Scientific / Technical Assistant-A Online Form 2026 — 376 Posts
National Informatics Centre
- Total Vacancies
- 376
- Last Date to Apply
- 30 Sep 2026
- Salary / Pay Range
- ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
- Qualification
- B.E. / B.Tech, MCA, M.Sc. / MS
Only 34 days left to apply — closes 30 Sep 2026
NIC STA-A 2026 (376) — Overview
The National Informatics Centre has invited online applications for 376 Scientific/Technical Assistant-A posts vide Advertisement No. NIC/STA/2026/2.
The vacancies are split across three streams: Computer Sciences & Information Technology 300, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence 50, and Electronics and Communication Engineering 26.
Scientific/Technical Assistant-A is a Group B, Non-Gazetted Scientific & Technical post carrying Level 6 of the 7th CPC pay matrix.
There is no separate written examination or interview. A merit list is drawn from the candidate's valid GATE score, followed by document verification.
The online window opens at 10:00 AM on 1 September 2026 and closes at 5:30 PM on 30 September 2026 on the NIC recruitment portal.
Important Dates
Always reconfirm on the official website before acting on a date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 26 Aug 2026 |
| Online application starts | 01 Sep 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 30 Sep 2026 |
| Last date for fee paymentUsually the same day or the next — confirm in the notification | 30 Sep 2026 |
| Exam schedule | No written exam — selection is on the GATE 2024 / 2025 / 2026 score |
Vacancy Details & Salary
Total Posts
376
Salary Range
₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Job Location
All India
Level 6 of the 7th CPC pay matrix, ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400, plus admissible allowances
Post-wise break-up
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Sciences & Information Technology | 300 | B.E./B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc. in CS/IT with a valid GATE score (CS) | Level 6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence | 50 | Relevant degree with a valid GATE score (DA) | Level 6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 26 | B.E./B.Tech in ECE with a valid GATE score (EC) | Level 6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) |
Eligibility Criteria
Age limit: As per the detailed notification — the short notice does not state the age limit or relaxations
- M.Sc. / MS / MCA / B.E. / B.Tech in the discipline notified against the stream applied for.
- A VALID GATE score from GATE 2024, GATE 2025 or GATE 2026 in the corresponding paper is mandatory — candidates without one cannot apply.
- The GATE paper must match the stream: CS for Computer Sciences & IT, DA for Data Science & AI, EC for Electronics & Communication.
- Age limit, relaxations and the application fee are given in the detailed notification on the NIC recruitment portal.
Selection process
- 1Merit list prepared from the valid GATE 2024 / 2025 / 2026 score
- 2Document verification
- 3No separate written examination and no interview
Documents to keep ready
- Matriculation (10th) certificate — for date of birth proof
- All educational marksheets and degree/diploma certificates
- Caste / category certificate (SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS) in the prescribed central or state format
- Domicile / residence certificate where the post is state-specific
- Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature in the notified size
- Aadhaar card or another government photo ID
- PwBD certificate, ex-servicemen discharge book or sports certificate where a relaxation is claimed
- Experience certificate and NOC from the present employer, if in service
Exam Pattern & Question Types
Computer / IT cadre recruitment — exactly what each section asks, so you can start with the papers that carry the most marks.
Selection is by GATE score — NIC conducts no exam of its own
- GATE CS paper — for the Computer Sciences & Information Technology stream
- GATE DA paper — for the Data Science and Artificial Intelligence stream
- GATE EC paper — for the Electronics and Communication Engineering stream
- Only GATE 2024, GATE 2025 or GATE 2026 scores are accepted
- Shortlisted candidates are then called for document verification
The pattern above reflects the standard structure of this exam family. The number of questions, marks and negative-marking rule for this specific cycle are fixed by the official notification — check it before you plan your attempt strategy.
How to Apply Online
- 1Keep your valid GATE 2024 / 2025 / 2026 registration number and score card ready.
- 2Open the NIC recruitment portal at recruitment.nic.in from 10:00 AM on 1 September 2026.
- 3Register, then complete the online application for the stream matching your GATE paper.
- 4Upload the documents in the prescribed format and pay the fee if the detailed notification prescribes one.
- 5Submit before 5:30 PM on 30 September 2026 and save the printout of the submitted form.
Books to Refer for This Exam
Standard titles that cover the syllabus above — pick one per subject rather than collecting many.
Computer AwarenessObjective Question Bank of Computer AwarenessArihant ExpertsView on Amazon 
Quantitative AptitudeFast Track Objective ArithmeticRajesh Verma (Arihant)View on Amazon A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal ReasoningReasoningA Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal ReasoningR. S. AggarwalView on Amazon 
EnglishObjective General EnglishS. P. Bakshi (Arihant)View on Amazon 
Previous Year PapersPrevious Year Solved Papers & Practice SetsKiran / ArihantView on Amazon These are widely used titles for NIC-level preparation. Links to Amazon.in are affiliate links — MyInternships.in may earn a small commission if you buy, at no extra cost to you. Always check that you are buying the latest edition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply without a GATE score?
No. A valid GATE 2024, 2025 or 2026 score in the paper corresponding to your stream is mandatory — selection is made entirely from the GATE merit list.
Is there a written exam or interview?
No. NIC conducts neither. The merit list is drawn from GATE scores and is followed only by document verification.
How many posts are there in each stream?
Computer Sciences & IT 300, Data Science and AI 50, and Electronics and Communication Engineering 26 — 376 in total.
What is the pay?
Level 6 of the 7th CPC pay matrix, ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month, plus admissible allowances. The post is Group B, Non-Gazetted.
What is the last date to apply for NIC Scientific / Technical Assistant-A?
The last date to submit the online application is 30 Sep 2026. Apply on nic.in well before the deadline — government portals are usually overloaded on the final day.
How many vacancies are there in this recruitment?
NIC has notified 376 vacancies. The post-wise and category-wise break-up is given in the official notification PDF.
What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates need B.E. / B.Tech / MCA / M.Sc. / MS from a recognised board or university. Exact subject and percentage requirements per post are listed in the notification.
What is the salary for this post?
₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 — Level 6 of the 7th CPC pay matrix, ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400, plus admissible allowances. Allowances such as DA, HRA and TA are payable over and above this as per the applicable rules.
Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes. This is an all-India recruitment and eligible candidates from any state can apply.
How should I prepare for the exam?
Start with the question-type table on this page to see exactly what each section asks, then work through previous-year papers. Computer / IT cadre recruitment rewards consistent practice more than last-minute reading — the recommended books listed above cover the full syllabus.
Disclaimer: MyInternships.in is an independent information portal and is not affiliated with National Informatics Centre or any government body. The details above are reproduced from the official notification for information only. Always verify the current dates, vacancies and eligibility on nic.in before applying or paying a fee.